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YBA 512S

1978 BMW R100

Gold Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

30,569 mi
Last recorded30,569 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2023
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBA 512S
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2023 30,569 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 29,911 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 29,908 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 29,630 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 28,981 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake binding slightly

possible slight crack rear disc

rear tyre cracking borderline

Fail 22 Sep 2014 28,981 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake binding slightly

possible slight crack rear disc

rear tyre cracking borderline

Pass 20 Sep 2013 28,587 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 28,171 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 27,986 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 27,777 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 27,265 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 27,259 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 27,104 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R100?

Based on 26,387 MOT tests across 3,036 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,036
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 222
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 145
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 123
Horn not working 86
Headlamp aim too low 65
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YBA 512S is a 1978 BMW R100 in Gold with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1978 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 44,155 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YBA 512S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R100 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YBA 512S registered?

YBA 512S is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is YBA 512S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBA 512S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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